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Description

Real projects...real experience! Build a school while working side by side with locals. Watch the sun rise over the cathedral, see the temples at Monte Alban, and experience the cultural richness of Oaxaca.

These and other weekly adventures combine with cultural excursion and productive volunteer work to form a comprehensive and unique Winter Break experience. Join an adventurous group of people and make this a New Year's of great memories.

Programs are highly supported by an onsite staff team and welcoming community partners. ProWorld, founded in 1998, is a true leader in the fields of study abroad and international development.

Teams of ProWorld Project Coordinators work year round with our host communities assessing needs, thinking creatively, and setting long-term goals for sustainable development and volunteer projects. Programs start every month of the year. Enroll now!

Highlights

Make a difference in the world; explore Monte Alban and the Ancient Ruins of Mexico during your Winter Break. Join us in picturesque UNESCO world heritage site of Oaxaca for an unforgettable and rewarding experience. In addition to numerous adventures, fun people, and Spanish classes you will help build a local school or install a drinking water system with other ProMexico volunteers. This truly is the New Year's of lifetime!

Travel Types

• Archaeology
• BackPacking Abroad
• Birdwatching
• Eco Tours
• Ecology
• Heritage Tourism
• Hiking
• Homestay
• Native Culture Studies
• Nature Tours
• Overland Tours
• Student Tours
• Volunteering

Qualifications

All participants must have an adventurous spirit. Development projects are determined by the interests and skills of participants and the needs of the local community.

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

please inquire for details

Cost Include Description:

Program fees help support ongoing development projects and include:
- Extensive Pre-program support and information
- Airport pickup
- All food and accommodations
- Funding of projects
- Cultural and language classes
- All onsite domestic transportation
- Continual support from full time onsite staff teams
- 24/7 safety and emergency support
- Weekend cultural and adventure activities
- Health and travel insurance

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Building Schools
• Community Development
• Education
• Health
• Social Services, Social Work
• Youth Development

Typical Volunteer

ProWorld volunteers are adventurous, enthusiastic, caring, sensible, humble, and curious individuals. Volunteers are expected to learn and grow while improving themselves and the communities in which ProWorld works.

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel to Mexico

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 6-14

Scholarships are Available

Scholarships, fundraising support and bring-a-friend discounts are available.

Application Process Involves

• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

7-14 days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

ProWorld Service Corps's Mission Statement

The mission of ProWorld is to promote social and economic development, empower communities, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens. ProWorld offers 2-26 week internship, volunteer, and study abroad programs in Peru, Mexico, Belize, India, Thailand, Brazil and Ghana. All programs are based on hands-on, community-driven development projects. We believe that within every project decision and every community interaction there exists the opportunity for ProWorld staff and volunteers to strengthen our mission and practice our core values: commitment, integrity, vision, sustainability, compassion, and success.

Year Founded

1998